I am more real than the therapist who is merely playing a role.

However, I would not consider it a waste or wrong if I chose not to be "real" (whatever the hell that means) - I can go to find out all sorts of things or to see what it is that therapists do (or don't do as the case may be). I may want other sorts of information. I can use therapy in any way I want. I pay for the time and it does not hurt the therapist in any way. Why would it bother anyone else how I spend my time and money?